The Iowa Supreme Court unanimously ruled that it is a violation of constitutional rights of equal protection for a state law to limit marriage to a man and a woman. Gay couples can get married in Iowa as soon as April 24th. Iowa is now the third state to allow same-sex marriage after Massachusetts and [...] [...more]
The Iowa Supreme Court unanimously ruled that it is a violation of constitutional rights of equal protection for a state law to limit marriage to a man and a woman. Gay couples can get married in Iowa as soon as April 24th. Iowa is now the third state to allow same-sex marriage after Massachusetts and Connecticut. Vermont is working its way towards legalizing same-sex marriage although its governor promises to veto the attempt. California also allowed same-sex marriage last year for about six months before it was reversed by voters.
Activists on both sides of the issue believe that Iowa’s newly passed law will spark action in other states whether their course of action is to legalize gay marriage or create constitutional amendments to outlaw it. Illinois State Rep. Greg Harris believes that Iowa’s decision shows the “values of basic fairness are spreading from state to state.”
Chris Sanders, president of the gay rights group Tennessee Equality Project, says “This case will provide additional momentum and we can see the day where same-sex marriage is allowed throughout the United States. People are coming to understand that this is inevitable.” Opponents disagree. They believe that this recent ruling in Iowa will motivate other states that have not passed constitutional amendments to protect the status quo to do so before such a law is passed. We eagerly await the answer that time will reveal.
Miami has parties for all different crowds. As you may already know, Miami has several different gay-friendly nightlife venues and Miami Beach gay parties. However, there are venues that cater to sub-gay crowds including sweaty, dance-your-ass off clubs or more low-key lounges; strictly gay-only crowds or a mixed crowd. Miami Beach gay parties at Miami [...] [...more]
Miami has parties for all different crowds. As you may already know, Miami has several different gay-friendly nightlife venues and Miami Beach gay parties. However, there are venues that cater to sub-gay crowds including sweaty, dance-your-ass off clubs or more low-key lounges; strictly gay-only crowds or a mixed crowd. Miami Beach gay parties at Miami clubs are known to attract many of the rich and famous so you never know what each night has in store when you go out in Miami.
Miami’s gay community is mixed with drag queens, lipstick lesbians, transgender and more. Gay and lesbians have fun in the beautiful Miami Beach at the Miami Beach gay parties and their favorite spots are
The rich Miami Beach gay and lesbian scene and their Miami Beach gay parties are in the midst of a torrid and exciting city. Visitors and locals have fun meeting new people and old friends when they go out in Miami.
• Azucar
2301 SW 32nd Ave, Miami, FL
Latin gay club with a mixed crowd
Cabaret style show
• Cameo
1445 Washington Ave, Miami Beach, FL
Dance club with a mixed crowd
• Club Boi
726 NW 79th St, Miami, FL
Only black owned and operated gay bar in South Florida.
• Club 171
1771 West Avenue, Miami, FL
• Liquid Night Club
1439 Washington Avenue, Miami, FL
• Twist
1057 Washington Ave., Miami Beach, FL
Known throughout the world
Seven distinct and unique bars in one
•Boy Bar
1220 Normandy Dr, Miami Beach, FL
One of the hottest happy hours around
• Ozone
6620 SW 57th, South Miami, FL
Thursdays, Saturdays and Sundays cater to a crowd of gay men. Fridays are dedicated to the lesbians of South Florida.
• Sugar’s
17060 W Dixie Hwy, North Miami Beach, Florida
Jim Stork, former gay mayor of Wilton Manors has some strong words for several different groups of people.
Amy Sherman, a Miami Herald reporter, wrote about Stork’s failed 2004 Congressional campaign followed by a $30,000 election fine.
In the Herald’s Naked Politics blog, Sherman wrote about Stork’s involvement in the Florida Red and Blue campaign which failed [...] [...more]
Jim Stork, former gay mayor of Wilton Manors has some strong words for several different groups of people.
Amy Sherman, a Miami Herald reporter, wrote about Stork’s failed 2004 Congressional campaign followed by a $30,000 election fine.
In the Herald’s Naked Politics blog, Sherman wrote about Stork’s involvement in the Florida Red and Blue campaign which failed to defeat Amendment 2 which banned gay marriage in the Constitution. Stork emailed Sherman and said, “I have no more tolerance for those who voted for Amendment 2 or those who want to take my rights away … which includes dumb rednecks, bible thumping white folks, bible thumping Hispanics, self-centered educated people who are so self absorbed that they don’t bother to look into an issue, lazy gay people who don’t get involved or are too weak to come out of the closet, and am now most disappointed in African Americans who should be the least likely group of folks to judge others, but are the ones who judge others the most … all of these folks can kiss my a–.”
Wilton Manors
Find gay-friendly accommodations in Fort Lauderdale and Miami Beach vacation rentals next to the most popular gay districts of South Florida.
Halo Lounge in Miami Beach is set to host a party in honor of the Washington inauguration of President-Elect Barack Obama and Vice-President-Elect Joe Biden on Tuesday, January 20th.
Live coverage will go on in this gay Miami lounge all night. The party runs from 8PM to close.
There will be shot specials all night and sounds [...] [...more]
Halo Lounge in Miami Beach is set to host a party in honor of the Washington inauguration of President-Elect Barack Obama and Vice-President-Elect Joe Biden on Tuesday, January 20th.
Live coverage will go on in this gay Miami lounge all night. The party runs from 8PM to close.
There will be shot specials all night and sounds from DJ fra8. If you happen to be in town and staying at any Miami Beach vacation rentals, visit Halo Gay Miami lounge and celebrate with us.
The 2009 application season for the Point Foundation’s lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender scholarship has officially started.
To be eligible, students be enrolled in undergraduate or graduate programs for the 2009-2010 school year.
Other criteria include academic merit, proven leadership skills, involvement in the community and financial need, especially for those who’s financial and social [...] [...more]
The 2009 application season for the Point Foundation’s lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender scholarship has officially started.
To be eligible, students be enrolled in undergraduate or graduate programs for the 2009-2010 school year.
Other criteria include academic merit, proven leadership skills, involvement in the community and financial need, especially for those who’s financial and social support of their families was revoked as a result of their sexual orientation, gender identity or expression.
The application deadline is February 9, 2009. The Point Scholarship awards the selected students with $13,200, leadership training and mentoring from professionals who offer expertise and career guidance. The scholars in turn, agree to carry on their academic excellence and give back to the LGBT community through community service. For further information, visit www.pointfoundation.org/apply.html
As of the last count, 3,535 children await adoption in Florida’s state custody.
However, the attorney general’s office recently made sure to tighten the belt on a law that prohibits GAY adoption.
At the same time that this is posing discrimination against gays, it is also adding to the obstacles that these foster children will face in [...] [...more]
As of the last count, 3,535 children await adoption in Florida’s state custody.
However, the attorney general’s office recently made sure to tighten the belt on a law that prohibits GAY adoption.
At the same time that this is posing discrimination against gays, it is also adding to the obstacles that these foster children will face in hopes of finding a home.
This law is NOT SAVING these children from anything. Judge Cindy Lederman summarized 30 years of research in the following statement: “Based on the evidence presented from experts from all over this country and abroad, it is clear that sexual orientation is not a predictor of a person’s ability to parent.
Sexual orientation NO more leads to psychiatric disorders, alcohol and substance abuse, relationship instability, a slower life expectancy or sexual disorders than race, gender, social-economic class or any other demographic characteristic.” Way to add to an overwhelming problem.
